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Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster
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Warning/
N Signal type
indicator
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
lamp
÷
N The yellow ESP
ESP
least one wheel has started to spin.
Cruise control or DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated.
X
X
X
X
÷
N The yellow ESP
ESP
Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also malfunction.
The brake system continues to function normally, but without the functions listed
above.
The braking distance in an emergency braking situation can thus increase.
If ESP
There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident.
X
X
X
®
warning lamp flashes while the vehicle is in motion.
®
or traction control has intervened because there is a risk of skidding or at
When pulling away, only depress the accelerator pedal as far as necessary.
Ease off the accelerator pedal while the vehicle is in motion.
Adapt your driving style to suit the road and weather conditions.
Do not deactivate ESP
In exceptional cases, it may be better to deactivate ESP
when using snow chains
R
in deep snow
R
on sand or gravel
R
Observe the important safety notes on ESP
®
warning lamp is lit while the engine is running.
®
is malfunctioning.
G
WARNING
®
is not operational, ESP
Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display.
Drive on carefully.
Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
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.
®
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is unable to stabilize the vehicle.
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page 70).
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